The Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland will host an online webinar on April 15 to present key findings from the latest Small Business Credit Survey (SBCS) and the recently released 2026 Report on Employer Firms. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, April 15, from 3:00 to 4:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time.
The discussion aims to inform small business owners, policymakers, and the public about trends impacting small businesses. The SBCS has been conducted nationally since 2016 by all twelve Federal Reserve Banks in partnership with community and business groups. It collects data from thousands of small business owners regarding their business conditions, credit experiences, and demographics.
According to the official website, the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland supports economic resilience and mobility for low- and moderate-income communities in its district according to the official website. The bank also promotes stability, integrity, and efficiency in national monetary, financial, and payments systems according to the official website.
Beth M. Hammack serves as president and chief executive officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland according to the official website. The bank represents Ohio, western Pennsylvania, eastern Kentucky, and northern West Virginia as part of the Fourth Federal Reserve District according to the official website. It participates in formulating national monetary policy through its president’s role on the Federal Open Market Committee according to the official website.
Speakers at this webinar will take questions after presenting their findings. Attendees can also sign up for updates on future Fed Talks events hosted by the Cleveland Fed.
